# Tech-Savvy Light Bulbs The Sony Multifunctional Light is Much More Creative Than Its Name By Meghan Young | Published 2016-01-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-multifunctional-light References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/2016/1/13/10763298/sony-smart-lightbulb-multifunctional-light-why) & [sony.co.jp](http://www.sony.co.jp) As [The Verge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canva-2) points out, the name of the [Sony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ult-tower-10) Multifunctional Light might not be very creative, but the bulb itself is -- so what more can you ask for? Recently revealed during this year's International Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas, is essentially a smartphone that remains glued to the ceiling instead of your hand. The Sony Multifunctional Light "can communicate with other appliances like air conditioning units and thermostats with data from its humidity sensors, talk to your TV using infrared to turn it on when its motion sensors detect you're in the room, and act as a household intercom system equipped with speakers and a microphone," writes The Verge. Shaped like a saucer, it will be available in Japan first during the first half of 2016 and then hopefully the rest of the world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Home Lighting:** The trend of smart home lighting allows for innovative features such as intercom systems and motion sensor activation. - **Internet of Things Integration:** The integration of light bulbs with other appliances and devices creates a connected network within the home. - **Enhanced Home Automation:** The Sony Multifunctional Light showcases the potential for enhanced home automation through the use of smart lighting. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Automation:** The home automation industry can leverage the trend of smart home lighting to develop innovative products and services. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore the opportunities presented by integrating light bulbs with other devices and appliances. - **Smart Home Technology:** The trend of smart home lighting aligns with the smart home technology industry, providing new avenues for disruptive innovation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Ceiling Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-ceiling-light-ultra.md) - [Overhead Light Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgimi-magic-lamp.md) - [Multifunctional Sleek Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boring-lamp.md) - [Portable Camera-Equipped Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ilma-lamp.md) - [50s-Style Light Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighting-speaker.md) - [Intelligent Lighting Product Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-lighting-product.md) - [Biometric Health Lightbulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthmonitoring-smart-bulb.md) - [Compact Elaborate LED Smart-Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-lamp.md) - [Organically Shaped Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flourish-table-lamp.md)